1983 BMW 323 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 323 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
